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MAIN LINE CLEARING HELPS PREVENT CLOGS, CORROSION & PLUMBING EMERGENCIES

23
Aug

Anyone know the condition of your sewer line? Most of us don’t pay much attention to main sewer lines until there is a problem. Sewer lines become clogged over time and for a variety of reasons when there is no regular maintenance done.

Pipes can accumulate residue from lotions, face creams, toothpaste, grease, food debris, and many other common items. When items other than toilet paper and waste are flushed, clogs can occur. Additionally, tree roots can break through the main line, and older homes can have occurrences of corroded or collapsed pipes.
Whatever the reason, a blocked sewer line is not fun. It can disrupt your household routine and prevent the use of the plumbing system until the line has been cleared and repaired as needed.

Your sewer line takes the path from your home to the city sewer system or in some cases your septic tank, and it is best to have your licensed plumber, Marlin Services, take care of your main line problems quickly.

Be Attentive to Key Signs of a Clogged Sewer Line

• Sewage starts backing up and oozing from the drains
• Loud gurgling sounds can be heard from the drain
• Drains begin to slow down
• Toilets require more than one flush
• Corroded or collapsed pipes can occur with time
• Tree roots break through the pipes

Don’t wait to call the plumber when you see signs of sewer line problems. A successful drain clearing is instantly noticed and all signs of clogged drains are gone.


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STAY HYDRATED IN EXTREME HEAT & KEEP WATER RUNNING EFFICIENTLY

26
Jul

Living in the Phoenix area, you know how dangerous the Extreme Heat is – and HYDRATION is IMPERATIVE. This chart shows many health benefits of staying hydrated in this climate. Be careful, especially if you work outside or spend a significant amount of time outside.

Be sure to take in plenty of water when at home and carry plenty of water with you when you leave home. Be safe in this heat.

Speaking of water, Marlin Services is your licensed plumbing expert that keeps your water running efficiently, draining properly, and operating efficiently for your daily use. Whether water pressure concerns, leaks, clogs, water heater troubles that occur in your kitchen and baths, Marlin Services is at your service to keep you comfortable in your home and business.

Call the licensed plumbing experts at Marlin Services, 602 470-1040.
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Bath Upgrades to Relax the Body & Mind

18
May

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

When it comes to your bathing experience, you might consider these value-added bath specialties for your best comfort and care. In the fast-paced world in which we live, it’s common to have a bath that helps the body and mind relax and help rid the stresses of the times. Kohler offers a variety of bath types for your needs including Heated Baths, Chromatherapy Baths, Wireless Music Baths, and Spa/Massage Package Baths – and much more.

At this time, we’d like to show the many features of several Kohler baths – and we’ll show you many ways to help improve relaxation and your well-being. Kohler is a brand renowned for its innovation, longevity, and quality. At Marlin, we can help you select the bath of your dreams and install it when you’re ready.

Heated Surface Baths
•    Warms your neck, shoulders and back as you bathe
•    Three heat settings allow you to adjust to the perfect temperature
•    Takes away the chill to extend bathing time
•    Bask™ is the name of the KOHLER heated surface

Chromotherapy Baths
•    Based on the psychology of color, chromotherapy lets you choose one of eight colors or transition through the entire cycle
•    Cool colors like blue and green are thought to soothe the body and mind, while a warm color like red is said to energize and revitalize

Wireless Music Baths
•    Surrounds you with music as you bath
•    Features two speakers built into the sides of the bath
•    Streams music from any device enabled with BLUETOOTH® wireless technology

Additional Baths include Spa/Massage Package
•    An additional 12 jets and chromotherapy offer the complete spa experience to remove stress and tension from your neck and back
•    Available on baths that feature the Whirlpool + Effervescence hydrotherapy combination

When it’s time for a bath upgrade, call the Marlin Services 602-470-1040.

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SAVINGS WITH WATERSENSE FAUCETS & AERATORS

15
Mar

Spring is a good time to repair, replace, and maintain household equipment such as plumbing, air conditioning, appliances, and more. It’s the time most of us get excited about cleaning up around the house, updating/remodeling, and replacing old, worn out household items.

Nationwide, we have the capability of saving billions of gallons of water annually by retrofitting older bathroom faucets with WaterSense models. Water efficiency is increased substantially and water performance is not compromised. Using WaterSense faucets and accessories at a maximum of 1.5 gallons per minute can reduce a sink’s water flow by 30% and more, over the standard flow of 2.2 gallons per minute. The country could save close to $1.2 billion in water and energy costs – and 64 billion gallons of water annually.

WaterSense labeled bathroom and kitchen sink faucets and aerators are available in a wide range of styles, brands, and prices – and they help reduce the use of our precious water resources. It is wise to also consider WaterSense high–performing, water-efficient fixtures in the kitchen to help reduce even more water use, and to save money on water bills.

Products with the WaterSense label have completed an independent certification process, which meets all EPA criteria. It is a label that helps
us all.

Conserve water, save money, and preserve our resources.

 

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TOILET TECHNOLOGY FOR TODAY’S CONVENIENCE

23
Feb

According to a recent study, Kohler reveals that three in five Americans think washing with water provides a cleaner feel than using toilet paper alone. With technology today, there are many ways to improve your toileting experience and there are many more innovations ahead. It seems we want everything to work harder, faster, and smarter for us in today’s world – including in the bathroom.

In the current environment, we actually have numerous new technologies available when it comes to toilets and below are a few.

• An automatic deodorizer filter after using a toilet
• A toilet night light for those late-night bathroom trips
• A heated toilet seat for improved comfort
• Automatic toilet seat lid that rises up prior to sitting down
• A refreshing water spray after use
• Music in the bathroom

Ask Marlin Services about the new technologies available for increased comfort and convenience in your bathroom. There are many new products available from Kohler.

Full article/press release can be found: http://tinyurl.com/zjnezz9

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Is a Tankless Water Heater for You?

18
Oct

ms-tankless-water-heatersAre you wanting hot water on demand? It is a wonderful experience to have warm water almost immediately after turning on the faucet or shower. That’s the beauty of tankless water heaters, also known as demand-type water heaters – they provide a simple pleasure and can save water and energy at the same time. They provide hot water only as needed and with little to no wasted water and they don’t create the standby energy loss of the standard storage water heaters.

CONSIDER THIS

  • Tankless water heaters last substantially longer, with a 20+-year lifespan – in contrast to the life expectancy of 10-15 years for storage type water heaters
  • Additionally, there are replaceable parts available that can help increase the longevity of tankless water heaters
  • Professional and proper installation of tankless water heaters helps maximize energy efficiencies
  • As with any mechanical equipment or major appliance, regular maintenance makes a distinct difference in the operation and longevity of your system

Hope this provides a glimpse into the key benefits of tankless water heaters. From here, you can contact the experts at Marlin Services to help select the best size and model for your home or business. We can help you determine which type water heater is best for your situation. Stay comfortable!

 

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DELTA NIGHTLIGHT TOILET SEATS

19
Sep

ms lightInnovation and technology can make a significant difference in the convenience of daily living. Delta’s NightLight toilet seat is smart innovation, which solves nighttime bathroom concerns.
With the Delta’s NightLight toilet seat you experience many benefits:

  • Toilet seat offers a gentle, guiding light for nighttime convenience to easily maneuver to the toilet without turning on room lights – and uses a soft blue LED light
  • Light is set on a self-activated, automatic timer which helps conserve energy
  • Slow-closing seat to avoid slamming
  • Quick-release seat makes for ease of cleaning
  • No-Slip Seat Bumpers prevent seat from shifting
  • Makes nighttime bathroom trips easier and more convenient

This NightLight toilet seat helps eliminate the need for turning on room lights that awaken others during the night and it helps you find your way to the toilet much easier at night. Enjoy the convenience.

 

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GARBAGE DISPOSALS – NOT WHAT THEY USED TO BE

25
May

InSinkErator Evolution Garbage DisposalsWhen you consider the significance of a garbage disposal today, it’s clear they have come a long way in the past several years. Disposals are a valuable piece of equipment in the kitchen. This small kitchen appliance is more than a grinding machine. It adds value in helping us to be more environmentally friendly.

Garbage disposals are essential in kitchens today, and it’s estimated that half of American households have a disposal in their kitchen. We have come to expect far more from a disposal than we once did. A standard disposal just doesn’t cut it anymore. Today, a consumer wants disposals with more horsepower, greater torque, faster, quieter, one that has multi-grind stages, balanced grinding, odor control, energy efficient, a variety of colors, and more. We continue to see new technology and benefits when it comes to food disposals, and they have become even more efficient.

Eco-conscious homeowners and many commercial users have deeper concerns today. They are concerned about the environment and the effects of more trash filling up our landfills. Rather than throwing all food scraps into trash cans and landfills, today’s disposals help effectively eliminate food scraps in a more environmentally responsible way. From the disposal, waste travels through the sewer system, and into water treatment plants, thus eliminating a considerable amount of trash from landfills.

The cost of operating a disposer is generally less than 50 cents per year in electricity costs and it costs only about one percent of our household water usage.

If you are ready to update your disposal, these are a few brands you might want to check out – InSinkErator’s Evolution Series, Moen’s, and Mountain Plumbing Products Perfect Grind. Marlin Services is here to help when it comes to selecting the best equipment for your needs.

 

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PLUMBING MATTERS

22
Feb

ms shower headWater-efficient plumbing is making a difference in today’s water and energy bills. Take a look at these excerpts from Contractor Magazine, “10 reasons why plumbing matters”.

Plumbing manufacturing innovations to gain water efficiency have dramatically reduced the amount of water used through toilets, showerheads, faucets and other plumbing products. For example, WaterSense plumbing products meeting Environmental Protection Agency criteria have saved consumers 757 billion gallons of water and $14.2 billion in water and energy bills since 2006, according to the EPA.

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To assure customer satisfaction, WaterSense products are certified to perform as well or better than standard models – all while saving at least 20 percent more water.

The increased use of water-efficient plumbing is important, yet often overlooked, part of the water sustainability solution. The EPA estimates that the United States could save 3 trillion gallons of water and more than $17 billion dollars annually if every U.S. household converted to WaterSense products. High-efficiency plumbing in commercial facilities can help save even more.

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PREVENT DRAIN CLOGS AT HOME

24
Jan

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Clogged drains can be a headache, and it’s the most common plumbing issue in the average home. Water that is backed up puts unwanted pressure on plumbing pipes, which stresses the pipes, and can shorten their lifespan.

When you have a clogged drain, it’s easy to run out and buy chemical-clearing products, however they often do more harm than good. The chemicals can erode cast-iron drainpipes. Additionally, once you start using the products, it’s easy to continue, and it doesn’t always remove the entire clog. Instead, preventive care can take care of many of the drain issues in your home.

Help reduce pipe clogs with preventive care

  • Be mindful of what you put down your drains
  • Prevent food scraps from going down kitchen drains
  • Watch that hair and other debris does not travel down bathroom drains
  • Be sure nothing goes into toilets other than sewage and toilet paper – most everything else goes to the trash
  • Install screens over drains in bathtubs and showers to catch hair and prevent buildups
  • Clean food from dishes before doing dishes
  • A minimal amount of food should go into the disposal. Learn which foods should not go into the disposal
  • Careful not to pour liquid grease down the drain. Dispose of grease in a sealed container and place it in the trash once it cools. Grease is liquid when hot, and it’s an ‘artery clogger’ in the drain.

‘An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure’.

When it’s time for the plumber, call the trusted professionals at Marlin Services:
602-470-1040.

 
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